Mechanical Assembler

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler **Up 27/hr days and 29/hr nights**

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling large mechanical structures and components, including valves, coils, and other structural parts, within oversized modular units. You will primarily perform mechanical assembly with a smaller portion of basic electrical work, using blueprints and work instructions to build high-volume, repeatable products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly of valves, coils, bus ducts, air handlers, cable trays, pipes, sheet metal, and other large mechanical structural parts.
• Install components into oversized structural tube modules comparable in size to an 18-wheeler.
• Work at a dedicated assembly station rather than on a conveyor belt system.
• Use hand tools such as drills, caulking guns, grinders, torque wrenches, levels, and measuring tapes to complete assembly tasks.
• Operate machines such as large band saws, pipe bevellers, and magnetic drills as needed for fabrication and assembly.
• Carry out basic electrical assembly, including pulling wire and assisting with conduit, bus bars, bus ducting, and cable trays.
• Read and interpret blueprints, bills of materials (BOM), P&IDs, work orders, and work instructions to ensure accurate builds.
• Communicate and relay technical information from drawings and work instructions to team members to coordinate assembly activities.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and consistency while performing repetitive, fast-paced assembly work.
• Follow safety procedures and remain aware of moving equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes in the work area.
• Collaborate with a team of assemblers and technicians to meet production goals in a mass production or high-volume manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven mechanical assembly experience working with valves, coils, and large structural mechanical parts.
• Experienced in mass production or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience using hand tools such as drills, caulking guns, grinders, torque wrenches, levels, and measuring tapes.
• Experience operating machines such as large band saws, pipe bevellers, and magnetic drills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, bills of materials (BOM), P&IDs, and work orders or work instructions.
• Comfort performing work that is approximately 90% mechanical and 10% electrical.
• Basic electrical experience, including pulling wire and assisting with conduit installation.
• Capability to work effectively in a fast-paced, repetitive assembly setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate tasks within an assembly team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a mechanical assembler, electro-mechanical assembler, mechanical technician, or valve technician.
• Experience assembling large modular or structural products similar to those produced in large-scale fabrication or manufacturing facilities.
• Exposure to similar manufacturing companies or environments focused on modular fabrication or high-volume assembly.
• Familiarity with industrial safety practices in environments with welding, forklifts, and overhead cranes.

Why Work Here?

You will join a high-volume manufacturing environment where teamwork, technical craftsmanship, and continuous production are central to the operation. The role offers the opportunity to work on large, complex mechanical assemblies, develop both mechanical and basic electrical skills, and collaborate closely with experienced tradespeople. The setting supports hands-on learning, skill growth with a variety of tools and machines, and the satisfaction of seeing large-scale projects come together from start to finish.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment with concrete flooring and open bay doors, which means the area is not climate controlled. You will work at a fixed assembly station alongside other assemblers and may be in proximity to welders. The facility includes frequent movement of forklifts and overhead cranes, requiring consistent attention to safety and situational awareness. Work involves regular use of hand tools and larger machines, and attire should be appropriate for an industrial setting with active fabrication and assembly operations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.